Brückmann Early Origins

The surname Brückmann was first found in Hessen, where the name was closely identified in early mediaeval times with the feudal society which would become prominent throughout European history. The name would later emerge as a noble family with great influence, having many distinguished branches, and become noted for its involvement in social, economic and political affairs. Translated literally, the name means "bridge-man," and referred to the occupation of taking toll at bridges. The name was found most frequently in Frankfurt in the 12th and 13th centuries.

Brückmann Early History

Brückmann Early History

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Brückmann Early Notables (pre 1700)

Brückmann Early Notables (pre 1700)

Prominent figures of the time who bore the name Brückmann were Hans Brüggemann ( ca. 1480- c. 1521), a German artist, best known for his large carved altarpiece in Schleswig Cathedral; John Brugman, O.F.M., (died 1473) a 15th-century Franciscan friar...

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The Great Migration

The Great Migration

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Brückmann Settlers in United States in the 18th Century

Jaques Bruckmann, who arrived in Charles Town, South Carolina in 1782

Jakob Bruckmann, a German mercenary on record in North America in 1783

The Brückmann Family Crest was acquired from the Houseofnames.com archives. The Brückmann Family Crest was drawn according to heraldic standards based on published blazons. We generally include the oldest published family crest once associated with each surname.